The Global Cost Of Cigarettes On People And The Planet
A Habit With Worldwide Reach: Cigarette smoking remains one of the most widespread habits on Earth. Each year, an estimated 5.6 to 6 trillion cigarettes are smoked worldwide. This level of use affects far more than just individual smokers. It places heavy strain on the environment, public health systems, and natural resources across the globe. The scale of cigarette consumption makes its impact hard to ignore.